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AT57 NHC

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

154,948 mi
Last recorded154,948 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT57 NHC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 154,948 miles

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Generally (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 144,707 miles

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 1 Nov 2017 144,707 miles

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 132,179 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Nov 2016 132,179 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords split in tread (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger broken (7.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Oct 2015 113,233 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 90,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Oct 2014 90,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2013 71,520 miles

nearside front tyre traed depth on 2mm

nearside rear tyre tread depth on 3mm

offside front tyre tread depth on 3mm also worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre tread depth on 5mm

Fail 1 Nov 2013 71,506 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre traed depth on 2mm

nearside rear tyre tread depth on 3mm

offside front tyre tread depth on 3mm also worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre tread depth on 5mm

Pass 30 Aug 2012 56,215 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 44,995 miles

Nearside rear tyre is deteroirated

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside front tyre is starting to wear unevenly

Slight stiffness at bonnet catch

Fail 18 Jul 2011 44,991 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside rear tyre is deteroirated

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside front tyre is starting to wear unevenly

Slight stiffness at bonnet catch

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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AT57 NHC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AT57 NHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AT57 NHC registered?

AT57 NHC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is AT57 NHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT57 NHC shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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